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Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Have you seen Black Stainless?

For two years now, black stainless has been the industry’s
strongest selling alternative for buyers turned off by traditional stainless
because of its inherent fingerprints and smudges.

Black stainless is stainless steel, but it’s protective coat
and modern finish resists the gooey smears and eyesores that can ruin the look
of traditional stainless. And like traditional stainless steel, the black
stainless matches just about every cabinet type without compromising modern
style or even that professional look.

In the past, various alternatives to traditional stainless
have fizzled out because they lacked the wow-factor or a healthy selection of
models and features. But almost overnight, black stainless is enjoying support
from Samsung, LG, and Kitchen Aid- and not just on their freestanding products
or entry models. Black stainless is also available on wall ovens, professional
hoods, and other built-in appliances.

Its darker hue is not as reflective as traditional stainless
steel or as generic. It’s not industrial. It’s modern. Black stainless can be
mixed and matched with traditional stainless or black appliances, chosen for an
accent piece, or used to tie in other design materials in the kitchen. The hue
is open for interpretation. Some have described it as a warmer option while
others have praised it as more of a statement.

Stainless steel is not going out of style- it’s the color
choice for more than 70% of new appliance purchases. But a shift in style and
taste is certainly occurring. Fittingly, the last time multiple brands simultaneously
supported a new appliance color was when traditional stainless steel was
introduced.

If you love the look, but are tired of the upkeep that comes
with traditional stainless steel, don’t write off the new black stainless. It
maybe the alternative you’ve been waiting for.